New Delhi, Oct. 11 -- Indian investors looking to diversify beyond domestic markets can gain exposure to overseas stocks through two routes. They can invest through funds set up in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) or buy foreign shares and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) directly through an overseas brokerage account.

While both routes offer access to international markets, they differ in investment management, costs, tax treatment and the level of control investors have over their portfolios.

GIFT City funds may suit investors who want international exposure without selecting individual stocks. Direct overseas investing, on the other hand, allows investors to build their own portfolios of foreign stocks and ETFs, but req...